Kolkata: Rajasthan Royals registered a thrilling three-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders here at Eden Gardens. Despite the win, the Royals are still at the seventh spot while Kolkata are at sixth place.
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Despite the win, the Royals are still at the seventh spot while Kolkata are at sixth place.
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Both Kolkata and Royals now have 8 points in 11 matches, but the formers are at the sixth spot due to better net-run-rate.
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In response, Royals got off to a quickfire start from opening duo Ajinkya Rahane (34) and Sanju Samson (22), but in a sudden turn of the event, they were reduced to 98 for 5.
A good show from young Riyan Parag (47) and Jofra Archer ensured Royals a much-needed victory.
Meanwhile, the Orange Cap is still held by David Warner with 574 runs while Purple Cap belongs to Kagiso Rabada who has 23 wickets in his kitty.